Welcome to this 15-minute meditation journey inspired by the teachings of Shiva.
Find a comfortable and quiet place where you can sit or lie down for the next 15 minutes.
Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths,
Allowing yourself to relax and let go of any tension.
Now let's embark on this meditation journey.
First,
Visualizing colors.
Imagine that the five colored circles of a peacock's tail represent your five senses.
Visualize these vibrant colors,
Red,
Blue,
Green,
Yellow and violet,
Extending infinitely into the space around you.
Feel the beauty and liveliness of these colors as they radiate outwards.
Feel the beauty and liveliness of these colors as they radiate outwards,
They radiate outwards.
Red,
Blue,
Green,
Yellow and violet.
Next,
Merging the colors within.
As you continue to visualize the colors,
Allow them to gently blend into each other,
Creating a beautiful mix of hues.
Feel the colors merging within your awareness,
Forming a swirling palette of light and energy.
Merging the colors within.
Now,
Finding their center.
Picture these merged colors moving inwards,
Converging at a single point within you.
This point symbolizes the meeting place of your senses and the essence of your being.
Sense the colors coming together and focusing at this point,
Creating a radiant sphere of light.
Try to concentrate your attention.
Direct your attention exclusively to this point where the colors have gathered.
Concentrate on this point with unwavering focus.
Allow any distractions or thoughts that arise to naturally fade away like ripples in water,
Allowing the point to dissolve.
You are present in the pure awareness of your being.
Embrace the tranquility and depth of your inner center.
Picture these merged colors moving inwards,
Converging at a single point within you.
This point symbolizes the meeting place of your senses and the essence of your being.
Sense the colors coming together and focusing at this point,
Creating a radiant sphere of light.
Try to concentrate your attention.
Direct your attention exclusively to this point where the colors have gathered.
Concentrate on this point with unwavering focus.
Allow any distractions or thoughts that arise to naturally fade away like ripples in water,
Allowing the point to dissolve.
Allowing the point to dissolve.
You are present in the pure awareness of your being.
Embrace the tranquility and depth of your inner center.
Allowing the point to dissolve.
Concentrate on this point with unwavering focus.
Allow any distractions or thoughts that arise to naturally fade away like ripples in water,
Allowing the point to dissolve.
Allowing the point to dissolve.
As you keep your focus on the point,
Envision it gradually dissolving.
Whether it was an outer point on a wall or an inner point within you,
Let it melt away completely.
Release any mental images and simply remain concentrated on the space where the point used to be.
With the dissolving of the point,
You might notice your mind becoming quiet and still.
You are now at the threshold of your inner center.
In this state,
There are no objects to fixate on,
No external distractions.
You are present in the pure awareness of your being.
Embrace the tranquility and depth of your inner center.
Acknowledge your connection to the essence of existence itself.
This is your place of belonging,
Your source of blissfulness and peace.
Bask in the sensation of being rooted,
Connected,
And centered.
Now,
Take a moment to extend your compassion and love to yourself and others.
Gently repeat the following phrases in your mind.
May I be happy.
May I be healthy.
May I be safe.
May I live with ease.
Visualize these wishes spreading outwards from your heart,
Enveloping yourself in warmth and kindness.
May I be happy.
May I be healthy.
May I be safe.
May I live with ease.
Bring to mind someone you care about,
A friend,
Family member,
Or loved one.
Repeat the same phrases,
Directing your loving kindness towards them.
May you be happy.
May you be healthy.
May you be safe.
May you live with ease.
Allow these wishes to radiate from your heart to theirs.
May you be happy.
May you be healthy.
May you be safe.
May you live with ease.
Finally,
Expand your circle of compassion to include all beings,
Near and far.
May all beings be happy.
May all beings be healthy.
May all beings be safe.
May all beings live with ease.
Sit with these feelings of loving kindness for a few moments,
Embracing the interconnectedness of all life.
As we conclude this meditation,
Gently bring your awareness back to your surroundings.
Slowly become aware of your body and the space around you.
Take a few deep breaths,
And when you feel ready,
Gently open your eyes.
Carry the experience of your inner center and the loving kindness you've cultivated with you throughout your day.
You can return to this meditation whenever you need,
To reconnect with your sense of peace,
Belonging,
And blissfulness.
May you carry this centeredness and loving kindness with you in every step of your journey.
